LAC 46:XLVII.1303. Board Survey Objectives

A. Board survey objectives shall be to: 1. assure students that the program in which they are enrolled is providing optimum opportunity for nursing education, clinical experience and eligibility to write the examination for practical nurse licensure; 2. insure those requiring nursing care that students and graduates possess the necessary skills and knowledge to provide safe nursing practice; 3. evaluate the quality and competency of the practical nursing programs in attaining their own stated philosophy and objectives; 4. encourage self evaluation within each program for the development and improvement of the practical nursing program; 5. evaluate each program's attainment of all minimum requirements essential for the continuation of quality education.